JAMES J. SOTIS, MD, MA (bioethics)

Board Certified Family Physician with 17 years of experience providing comprehensive, patient-centered care across diverse populations. Known for strong diagnostic acumen, exceptional communication skills, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Proven leader in clinical settings with ongoing staff development, improving workflows, and implementing evidence-based practices. Adept at navigating complex systems, adapting quickly to new challenges, and making high-stakes decisions under pressure. Well-qualified educator of medical students and resident physicians. Now seeking to leverage this broad skill set and deep commitment to service in a new career path that values analytical thinking, human connection, and operational excellence.

• American Academy of Family Physicians
• California Academy of Family Physicians

• Active, Unrestricted, California, C160453, expires 2027-01-31
• ABFM, Board Certified, 2016-11

• Adjunct Professor, University of California – Riverside Medical School, Department of Family Medicine, 2024 – present
• Faculty Member, Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta, Family Medicine Residency Program, 2019 – present
• Medical Director & Guest Lecturer, Luminaries Retreat, LLC, St. Croix Falls, WI, 2016 – 2018
• Community Preceptor, University of Minnesota, Rural Physicians Associated Program, St. Croix Falls, WI, 2016 – 2019
• Board Member, River Valley Medical Center, 2014 – 2017
• Steering Committee Member, Primary Care Model, 2015 – 2017